For 115 years, L’Oréal, the world’s leading beauty player, has devoted itself to one thing only: fulfilling the beauty aspirations of consumers around the world. Our purpose, to create the beauty that moves the world, defines our approach to beauty as essential, inclusive, ethical, generous and committed to social and environmental sustainability. With our broad portfolio of 37 international brands and ambitious sustainability commitments in our L’Oréal for the Future programme, we offer each and every person around the world the best in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity and responsibility, while celebrating beauty in its infinite plurality.
With more than 90,000 committed employees, a balanced geographical footprint and sales across all distribution networks (ecommerce, mass market, department stores, pharmacies, perfumeries, hair salons, branded and travel retail), in 2024 the Group generated sales amounting to 43.48 billion euros. With 21 research centers across 13 countries around the world and a dedicated Research and Innovation team of over 4,000 scientists and 8,000 Digital talents, L’Oréal is focused on inventing the future of beauty and becoming a Beauty Tech powerhouse.
Present in India since 1994, L'Oréal India is a 100% subsidiary of L'Oréal S.A. Today, L'Oréal India is present on all distribution channels with 26 brands, available in consumer channels (L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, NYX Professional Makeup); in hair and beauty salons (L'Oréal Professionnel, Matrix, Kérastase, Redken); in selective distribution (Kiehl's, Lancôme, Yves Saint Laurent), CeraVe in pharmacies and drugstores, and perfumes and make-up sold through L'Oréal International Distribution (Armani, Prada, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Diesel, Victor & Rolf, Mugler, Azzaro, Maison Margiela, Cacharel, Guy Laroche, Urban Decay, Paloma Picasso, Youth To The People).
L'Oréal India employs more than 1,800 people in its offices in Mumbai, four regional offices, two production plants in Chakan (Maharashtra) and Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), and Research and Innovation centers in Mumbai (Maharashtra) and Bengaluru (Karnataka).
In India, L'Oréal's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives are built around three pillars: empowerment, environment and education. Our efforts are aimed at improving the condition of marginalized communities, empowering women, and fostering sustainable development. In addition to the group's CSR commitments, L'Oréal's brands (L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, Kérastase, Matrix, L'Oréal Professionnel) are also leading community impact initiatives in India.
In our journey, we are looking for talented individuals who can lead us on this mission.
Would you like to be a part of the adventure?
We have a suitable opportunity in the Corporate division for the position of Assistant Manager – Indirect Tax. In this individual contributor role, you will be responsible for supporting Indirect tax compliances, reporting and litigation. You must be Chartered Accountant or Cost Accountant by qualification and have 2-4 years of experience in Indirect Tax function of Global MNC. The location of the job will be in Kolkata. The person will report to AGM-Indirect Tax, Mumbai.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for accurate and timely filing of GSTR-1 Outward register for all the states in the South Region
- Responsible for taking correct amount of input tax credit, matching of tax credit with GSTR-2A and to ensure gaps are eliminated.
- Reconciliation of stock transfer between sending and receiving location so that full tax credits are obtained at each location.
- Monthly reconciliation of GST GL accounts
- Timely payment of taxes
- Archiving of records to be fully prepared for GST audit
- To handle erstwhile VAT litigations at the states concerning C form, F forms and other VAT issues
- Independently filing GST tax returns and compliances for the states within the region within minimal guidance
- Responsible for all GST compliances for the states including input credit reversal, ineligible credit.
- Supporting region controlling team for any GST related guidance and clarifications.
Key Deliverables:
- Correct filing of outward register
- Accurate input tax credit with necessary action steps for mismatch with GSTR -2A
- Fully reconciled GST GL accounts
- Timely Response to Internal and External Stakeholders
Key Competencies:
- Hands on experience on GSTN software, ASP-GSP services
- Good knowledge of GST law, Rules, VAT
- Good knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office
- Efficient Tax documentation skills.
- Highly effective communication, co-ordination and collaboration skills.
- Team player
Key Relationships:
- Internal Interactions – Head Office Tax team, Regional Controlling team, Accounts, Direct Tax team, etc.
- External Interactions – Tax Authorities, Auditors, etc.
Physical Demands (e.g. % travel):
- Travel will be need based
Education:
- Chartered Accountant with 2-4 years’ experience in GST compliances
L’Oréal is committed to building a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. L’Oréal closely prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.